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DF03 RSU

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 83,230 miles on the clock, averaging 7,965 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for DF03 RSU

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,230
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,965

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading83,230 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,965
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DF03 RSU 22k37k52k68k83k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,230 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,229 miles
Since last MOT+6,648 miles
PASS
Mileage76,581 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,579 miles
Since last MOT+5,170 miles
PASS
Mileage71,409 miles
Since last MOT+6,511 miles
PASS
Mileage64,898 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,898 miles
Since last MOT+8,209 miles
PASS
Mileage56,689 miles
Since last MOT+13,077 miles
PASS
Mileage43,612 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,612 miles
Since last MOT+5,375 miles
PASS
Mileage38,237 miles
Since last MOT+8,190 miles
PASS
Mileage30,047 miles
Since last MOT+8,511 miles
PASS
Mileage21,536 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2002–2008), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Coolant thermostat housing (plastic outlet on cylinder head)

Plastic housing cracks or warps, O-ring seal fails, releasing fragments into cooling system.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 RSU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DF03 RSU

What car is DF03 RSU?

DF03 RSU is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DF03 RSU?

The last recorded mileage for DF03 RSU was 83,230 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DF03 RSU passed its MOT?

DF03 RSU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2014.

Is DF03 RSU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF03 RSU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is DF03 RSU?

DF03 RSU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.